Critical review of psychosocial interventions in cancer care

Arch Gen Psychiatry. 1995 Feb;52(2):100-13. doi: 10.1001/archpsyc.1995.03950140018003.

Abstract

The need for a large variety of psychosocial interventions is enhanced as increasing numbers of patients with cancer have longer survival. This article reviews the four interventions used most commonly: (1) education, (2) behavioral training, (3) individual psychotherapy, and (4) group interventions. It examines the outcomes of each type of intervention. This comprehensive review of the intervention literature reveals the availability of a wide range of options for patients with cancer and their potential psychological and physical health benefits.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adaptation, Psychological
  • Attitude to Health
  • Behavior Therapy
  • Clinical Trials as Topic
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Neoplasms / psychology*
  • Neoplasms / therapy
  • Patient Education as Topic*
  • Psychotherapy*
  • Psychotherapy, Group
  • Stress, Psychological / psychology
  • Stress, Psychological / therapy
  • Treatment Outcome